Easter M&M Cookies are soft, chewy, and loaded with colorful pastel M&M candies—making them the perfect festive treat for spring and Easter celebrations. These cookies are buttery, slightly crisp on the edges, and irresistibly gooey in the center.

This Easter M&M Cookies recipe is easy, fun to make, and perfect for sharing.

🐣 What Easter M&M Cookies Look Like

Why You’ll Love Easter M&M Cookies

Soft and chewy texture
Colorful and festive look
Easy one-bowl recipe
Perfect for Easter celebrations
Kid-friendly and fun to make
Great for gifting or parties

Ingredients for Easter M&M Cookies

Cookie Dough

Ingredient	Amount
All-purpose flour	2 ¼ cups
Baking soda	1 teaspoon
Salt	½ teaspoon
Butter (softened)	¾ cup
Brown sugar	¾ cup
Granulated sugar	¼ cup
Eggs	2 large
Vanilla extract	1 teaspoon
Easter pastel M&M candies	1 cup

Optional Add-ins

Ingredient	Purpose
White chocolate chips	Extra sweetness
Sprinkles	Festive look
Chocolate chips	Richness

How to Make Easter M&M Cookies

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

In a bowl whisk:

Flour
Baking soda
Salt

Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugar

In another bowl beat:

Butter
Brown sugar
Granulated sugar

until smooth and fluffy.

Add eggs and vanilla.

Step 4: Combine

Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet mixture.

Fold in M&M candies.

Step 5: Scoop

Scoop dough onto baking sheet, spacing evenly.

Press a few extra M&Ms on top for a bakery-style look.

Step 6: Bake

Bake the Easter M&M Cookies for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.

Step 7: Cool and Serve

Let cool slightly before serving.

Tips for the Best Easter M&M Cookies

Don’t overbake—keep centers soft.
Chill dough for thicker cookies.
Add extra candies on top after baking.
Use room temperature butter for best texture.

Variations of Easter M&M Cookies

You can customize Easter M&M Cookies easily:

Chocolate chip M&M cookies
Stuffed cookies with Nutella
Gluten-free version
Peanut butter M&M cookies

Storage Tips

Room Temperature

Store Easter M&M Cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Freezer

Freeze dough or baked cookies for up to 2 months.

FAQ About Easter M&M Cookies

Can I use regular M&Ms?

Yes, but pastel ones give the Easter look.

Why are my cookies hard?

They may be overbaked—remove when edges are just golden.

Can I make the dough ahead of time?

Yes, refrigerate for up to 2 days.

How do I keep them soft?

Store with a slice of bread in the container.

Conclusion

Easter M&M Cookies are soft, colorful, and perfect for celebrating spring. With their chewy texture and festive look, they’re a must-bake treat for Easter.

Once you try these Easter M&M Cookies, they’ll become your go-to holiday cookies every year. 🍪🌸✨